J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
2440 W Beaver St, Jacksonville, FL 32209J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville has accumulated 288 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 9 per visit. The restaurant was shut down twice for roach activity. The facility operated previously as Big Luke's Smokehouse & BBQ and has faced one disciplinary action totaling $1,000 in fines. In August 2025, inspectors issued an emergency order; the facility was recited in October 2025 with another emergency order before coming into compliance in recent months.
Most recent closure: April 9, 2026 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
This Facility
9.1
violations / inspection
9.1 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg
6.27
violations / inspection
6.27 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Duval County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (3)
J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025072618 | $1,000.00 | Aug 6, 2025 | Jacksonville |
J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Food-Licensing Inspection · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Mgr removed it **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 10 inspections68 violations · 38 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 21 violations (13 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
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— 2 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections30 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 6 inspections39 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections27 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections24 violations · 12 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville last inspected?
- J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 10, 2026. The result was: Emergency Order Callback Time Extension.
- When was J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville last shut down?
- J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville was last shut down on April 9, 2026 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville had?
- J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville find?
- J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on April 10, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 5 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Time Extension.
- Has J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville been fined?
- J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has J Lemon Pepper in Jacksonville operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Big Luke's Smokehouse & BBQ (2016).
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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